Overthinking is a common anxious experience linked to uncertainty, where individuals find themselves trapped in repetitive thought patterns seeking clarity but finding none. Research ties overthinking to increased anxiety and cortisol release. Bowen Family Systems Theory posits that overthinking is often a learned behavior used to regain control in uncertain situations, which ironically leads to feeling more stuck. To break this cycle, developing emotional awareness and practicing grounding techniques can help individuals reconnect with their feelings and mitigate anxious overthinking habits.
Emerging research shows that chronic overthinking is closely tied to anxiety, as repetitive thought patterns activate the brain's stress response and increase cortisol levels.
Bowen Family Systems Theory emphasizes emotional regulation within relationships, illustrating how overthinking can serve as a false sense of control in uncertain situations.
Breaking the cycle of overthinking involves developing emotional awareness and utilizing grounding techniques to reconnect with our feelings and move beyond anxious loops.
We often fall into the mental trap of attempting to 'think our way out' of uncertainty, which leads to endlessly replaying scenarios in an attempt to feel prepared.
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